M’Goun, 9-day cultural trek in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco

Private transfer from Marrakech to Agouti
Ouzoud Falls
Ait Bouguemez Valley

On our first day of trekking, we will travel through the farms and apple orchards of the Arous Valley on our way to Azib Ikkis (2250m).
4.5 hours
10 kilometers
↑ 470m

From Azib Ikkis, we will ascend through the Arous Valley until reaching a mountain pass situated at 3350m. From here, we will descend to the Takeddit Plateau and marvel at the incredible views.

At the end of the day, we will set up camp, eat and rest in preparation for the summit on M’Goun the next morning.
5-6 hours
9 kilometers
↑ 1072m, ↓ 450m

Today, we will wake up early and begin our trek toward the summit of M’Goun (4071m). We will ascend gradually, enjoying the panoramic views from up above.

Once we reach the summit, we will descend over steep, rocky terrain toward the Northeast and spend the night in the Oulillimt River Valley below.
9-10 hours
16 kilometers
↑ 1260m, ↓ 1390m

As we trek through Oulillimt, we will witness a truly unique rock formation carved by wind and water over the years. From here, an “up and down” trail will take us to Aflafal (2296m) and Tigrement Ait Ahmed, the ruins of an ancient fortress.

We will spend the night in Waouchki, a small village I recommend you explore before we sit down to dinner.
6-7 hours
29 kilometers
↑ 427m, ↓ 1193m

From Waouchki, we will trek toward the Mgoun Canyon. At this point, we will trade in our hiking boots for sandals (or other water-friendly footwear) and get in the water. We will follow the course of the river through the canyon, often wading across it.

We will spend the night in Aguerzaka.
5-6 hours
23 kilometers
↑ 1528m, ↓ 1817m

This will be our last day of trekking. From Aguerzaka, we will make our way through the many villages that dot the Roses Valley. Adobe huts abound in this valley humbly settled by the Berbers.
4-5 hours
12 kilometers
↑ 157m, ↓ 564m
Once we reach Bou Tharar at the end of the valley, we will return to Marrakech.
Dinner in Marrakech is not included, however you will have many delicious options from which to choose in the city.

On our final day together, we will have free time to explore the streets, gardens and palaces of Marrakech before parting ways.